Here are the main functions of a city and the key elements needed for proper management.You be the judge of these fit better an engineer or an attorney at law.The functions of the City -- ROISSA -- Sample elements are given for each function

Does professional management with high level technical knowledge make a difference?

In the 1980s engineer Lee Iacocca became a household name by turning Chrysler around.

In
1990's engineer Alan Mullaly project managed the complicated Boeing 777 to a
major success in commercial aviation. He was a surprising choice as CEO
of Ford Motor. Under his lead, Ford was the only US manufacturer that
did not go bankrupt in the 2008-2010 recession.